Robert Dean Reed

Robert “Bob” Dean Reed, 86, of Lima, passed away on Wednesday, January 6, 2021 at his residence. He was born on July 20, 1934 in Rockford, Ohio to the late Ralph and Ruth {Harruff} Reed. On February 20, 1953, he married Janice Stumpp, who survives him in Lima.

Bob was a graduate of Lima South High School, class of 1952. He retired from Milcor after over 25 years. He was a member of the Lima Eagles and enjoyed bowling, golfing, fishing, fast pitch softball, working out at the Senior Center, and above all, spending time with his family, especially going with them on vacation and going to the ocean. Bob was also an avid Cleveland Browns and Cincinnati Reds fan.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by his children: Dr. Michael (Bill) Reed, Steven (Elaine) Reed, Barbara Spees, and Judge Jeffrey (Patty) Reed, grandchildren: Sarah Reed, Adam Reed, Nathan O’Daffer, Emily Quinn, Eliza Spain, Alison Hedges, Evan Reed, Diana Rose, and Amy Baker, and 15 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother Richard Reed.

The family will receive friends from 1-3 p.m. on Saturday, January 9, 2021 at Chamberlain-Huckeriede Funeral Home, Lima, where a funeral will follow at 3 p.m. Pastor John Foster will officiate.

Memorial contributions may be made to Putnam County Hospice. Online condolences may be made by visiting www.chamberlainhuckeriede.com.